Archives for September 2015

Did you know just down the road on Highway 50 lies the majestic Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park? One thing I know for sure, if a sign that says "National Park," there is a reason to check it out.
This National Park get's its name from it's black stained lichen covered walls, and then of course the Gunnison River which roars through the canyon below. Warner Point provides the deepest depth at 2,272 ft, compared to the Grand Canyon's 1,829 feet. Yes. The Black Canyon is deeper than the Read More

For some, Labor Day Weekend signals the end of summer and beginning of Fall, but in Ridgway the long weekend means just one thing: the Rodeo. Out West the Rodeo still plays a part in Cowboy Culture. From ropin', to mutton bustin', open barrel racing and steer packing, the Rodeo takes folks back in time where long held traditions are passed down through daring and skill.
Young and old fill the grand stands to watch in awe as kids as young as 3 and 4 years of age attach their little bodies to the Read More

August sales of residential homes continued to march forward in Ouray County taking the total for the month to 16, compared to 14 in July and to a mere 6 in August of last year. As each month goes by inventory on the lower end begins to shrink as prices are gradually inching up.
Land remains soft with inventory high in certain areas of the County. Sales for August were down to 4 compared to 6 in July and matched last year's number of 4 in August, Read More